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Monthly Archives: August 2023

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Does an Employer Have to Pay Out Accrued, Unused PTO When You Leave a Job in Florida?

By Scott Law Team |

Paid-time-off (PTO) is a crucial employment benefit for many workers in Florida. Often, a worker will gradually accrue PTO. What happens if you suddenly leave your company—either voluntarily or involuntarily—without using all of your accrued PTO? Does your employer have to pay it out? In Florida, the answer is generally “no”—though many companies will… Read More »

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DOL Finds that Florida Employer Unlawfully Retaliated Against Worker in Violation of FMLA

By Scott Law Team |

On June 20th, 2023, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that an employer has been held legally liable for unlawfully retaliating against a worker who exercised their rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This article includes a more detailed overview of the enforcement action as well as a guide to… Read More »

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Six Things to Know About Pregnancy Discrimination in Florida

By Scott Law Team |

If you or your loved one is a pregnant worker who was subject to unfair treatment in the workplace, you may have a pregnancy discrimination claim under federal or state law. In this article, you will find an overview of six key things that employees should know about pregnancy discrimination. Federal Law and Florida… Read More »

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Supreme Court Reinforces the Ability of Employers to Mandate Arbitration

By Scott Law Team |

On June 23rd, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of employers in the case of Coinbase Inc. v. Bielski. In a 5 to 4 decision, the court’s conservative majority issued a decision to make it less challenging for businesses and organizations to compel arbitration. In this article, you will… Read More »

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